French artist Vaast is looking to reconnect his country’s electronic legacy with modern global pop on his new single 'Remember These Days', a cinematic and emotionally charged release that blends contemporary dance production with classic pop songwriting.
Drawing inspiration from the melodic ambition of French electronic artists and the widescreen emotional pull of film soundtracks, the track combines layered synths, marimba-inspired textures, deep basslines and atmospheric vocal elements into an immersive listening experience. While rooted in electronic production, 'Remember These Days' places equal emphasis on storytelling and emotional resonance, positioning Vaast as part of a new wave of artists aiming to reshape the future of French pop.
So with the new single available to stream now, we sat down with him to find out more about his origins and what has been inspiring him most over the years.
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What was the first instrument you fell in love with?
It may sound cliché coming from a French person, but the very first instrument I fell in love with was the accordion. My grandmother gave me one when I was a child. I don’t remember exactly how old I was, but I still remember finding it hidden at her house before she was probably planning to give it to me for my birthday. I never learned to play it perfectly, but I love the sound of the instrument and the fact that it sits somewhere between a keyboard and a wind instrument. It was my first step before discovering the synthesizer, which now allows me to produce my own music!
What kind of music did you love when you were younger?
I’ve always loved pop music. I love music that brings people together beyond social backgrounds. At first, it was the American pop music of my childhood: Britney Spears, Madonna, and Michael Jackson. Then came French pop artists like Céline Dion, Hélène Ségara, and Johnny Hallyday! During my teenage years, I explored the genre more deeply by discovering Coldplay, The Beatles, and many older artists. Around the same time, I also fell in love with the electronic music scene that was emerging across Europe!
What was the first album you remember owning?
The first album I ever owned and listened to on repeat for years was the soundtrack to the musical Notre-Dame de Paris. A masterpiece!
What is the one song you wished you could have written yourself?
I wish I had written Titanium by David Guetta or Clocks by Coldplay. They’re among the very few songs I wouldn’t change a thing about. No remix can match the originals, and time hasn’t made them feel outdated. Those tracks are still references for me today! Simple, accessible, yet subtle.
Do you have any habits or rituals you go through when trying to write new music?
Everything starts with the melody. I spend a lot of time at the piano trying to find something timeless that I could reuse later, even if I only end up producing it years after first coming up with the idea. I like to give myself time.
Who are your favourite artists you have found yourself listening to at the moment?
Right now, I’ve been listening to Rosalía and John Summit on repeat! In my opinion, their latest albums are redefining pop and electronic music for the years to come.
If you could open a show for anyone in the world, who would it be?
Stromae! He’s the greatest French-speaking artist of his generation. Opening for him would be an incredible honor. I hope he comes back to the stage soon!
What do you find is the most rewarding part about being a musician?
The most rewarding part is obviously the recognition from the audience. Seeing people’s reactions when they listen to my music is such a pleasure! Whether people like what I do or not, I never want to leave them indifferent. I like when people have an opinion about my work, and I take that feedback into account to keep improving.
And what is the most frustrating part?
The most frustrating part is probably everything surrounding the music itself. Copying what everyone else is doing on social media isn’t the most creative part of the job. But it’s essential, so I try to approach it in the most personal way possible.
And what is the best piece of advice you have received as a musician?
Before making my own music, I worked as a ghost producer and ghostwriter for many artists. I stayed hidden behind other people for years because I didn’t think my own artistic world could truly interest the public. Then, through personal conversations with producers who were far more experienced and well-known than me, the idea of developing my own project became obvious. According to them, I was finally capable of giving shape to the ideas we were discussing. Their only advice was simple: just be myself.
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Vaast's new single 'Remember These Days' is out now. Check it out in the player below.